The STM32L475RET6 is a low-power microcontroller from STMicroelectronics, which is part of the STM32L4 series. It is designed for a wide range of applications, including IoT nodes, wearable devices, and smart home appliances. Here's a brief description, features, and applications of the STM32L475RET6:
Description:
The STM32L475RET6 is a 32-bit ARM Cortex-M4 CPU-based microcontroller with an FPU (Floating Point Unit) and DSP instructions. It operates at a maximum frequency of 80 MHz and is manufactured using a 32 nm process technology. The package type for this model is a 112-ball BGA (Ball Grid Array).
Features:
- Core: ARM Cortex-M4 with FPU and DSP instructions.
- CPU frequency: Up to 80 MHz.
- Memory: 512 KB Flash memory, 160 KB of SRAM, and 64 KB of backup SRAM.
- Connectivity: USB OTG FS, 2x I2C, 4x SPI, 5x USART, 3x UART, and SDIO.
- Analog peripherals: 3x 12-bit ADC, 2x 12-bit DAC, and operational amplifiers.
- Timers: 2x 16-bit timers, 2x 32-bit timers, and 2x low-power timers.
- Power management: VBAT supply for RTC, backup registers, and backup SRAM.
- Security features: Secure boot, anti-tamper, and hardware encryption.
- Package: 112-ball BGA.
Applications:
- Internet of Things (IoT) nodes and gateways.
- Smart home appliances, such as smart thermostats, lighting systems, and home automation controllers.
- Wearable devices, including fitness trackers, smartwatches, and health monitoring systems.
- Medical devices, such as portable monitoring equipment and medical sensors.
- Industrial control and automation systems.
- Energy management systems, including smart metering and energy harvesting applications.
- Automotive applications, such as body control modules, infotainment systems, and advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS).
The STM32L475RET6's low-power capabilities, combined with its rich set of features and peripherals, make it suitable for a wide range of applications where power efficiency and performance are critical.